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Laboratory Animal Technician
| Posting date: | 30 May 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 June 2025 |
| Location: | Sheffield, S10 2TN |
| Company: | University of Sheffield |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1160-43422723 |
Summary
University of Sheffield
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Laboratory Animal Technician to join a specialised team working in the University’s animal research facilities. This role allows you to work within a world-class research environment, contributing to groundbreaking studies that make a real difference.
Key Responsibilities
As a Laboratory Animal Technician, you will:
- Provide care for laboratory animals, ensuring their well-being through routine day-to-day animal husbandry duties including feeding and watering.
- Conduct breeding of genetically modified animals with proven techniques.
- Strictly adhere to ethical and regulatory standards to maintain the highest quality research support service.
- Participate in weekend work on a rota basis to ensure continuous care for the animals.
- Collaborate with researchers to determine and efficiently implement protocols that support their ambitious research projects.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- Previous experience working in an animal research environment.
- A professional background in animal technology.
- Proven experience in breeding genetically modified animals.
- Strong attention to detail and a dedication to providing outstanding care for laboratory animals.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a team and communicate effectively with colleagues and researchers.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Laboratory Animal Technician to join a specialised team working in the University’s animal research facilities. This role allows you to work within a world-class research environment, contributing to groundbreaking studies that make a real difference.
Key Responsibilities
As a Laboratory Animal Technician, you will:
- Provide care for laboratory animals, ensuring their well-being through routine day-to-day animal husbandry duties including feeding and watering.
- Conduct breeding of genetically modified animals with proven techniques.
- Strictly adhere to ethical and regulatory standards to maintain the highest quality research support service.
- Participate in weekend work on a rota basis to ensure continuous care for the animals.
- Collaborate with researchers to determine and efficiently implement protocols that support their ambitious research projects.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- Previous experience working in an animal research environment.
- A professional background in animal technology.
- Proven experience in breeding genetically modified animals.
- Strong attention to detail and a dedication to providing outstanding care for laboratory animals.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a team and communicate effectively with colleagues and researchers.